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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LL53 CRXMOT history

LL53 CRX is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 235,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

LL53 CRX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
235,646 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 CRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 CRX was last recorded at 235,646 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 10,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,646 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,000 miles
Average per year
10,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 235,646 miles
  • 2023 – 225,646 miles
  • 2022 – 219,841 miles
  • 2021 – 214,132 miles
  • 2020 – 206,163 miles
  • 2019 – 200,937 miles
  • 2018 – 193,686 miles
  • 2017 – 185,642 miles
  • 2016 – 170,983 miles
  • 2015 – 154,049 miles
  • 2014 – 140,448 miles
  • 2013 – 134,435 miles
  • 2012 – 124,238 miles
  • 2011 – 114,343 miles
  • 2010 – 100,226 miles
  • 2009 – 84,195 miles
  • 2008 – 69,076 miles
  • 2007 – 46,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,646 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***on limit of 1.5mm*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***on limit of 1.6mm*** (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking point corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,646 miles (+10,000)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    235,646 miles
    Test number
    931134816727
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***on limit of 1.5mm*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***on limit of 1.6mm*** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass225,646 miles (+5,805)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    225,646 miles
    Test number
    253441357615
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll outer wings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  3. Pass219,841 miles (+5,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    219,841 miles
    Test number
    713754052965
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  4. Pass214,132 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    214,132 miles
    Test number
    541613836085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail214,129 miles (+7,966)2 dangerous11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,129 miles
    Test number
    589986511376
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  6. Pass206,163 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    206,163 miles
    Test number
    779365425776
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Wet around N/S/F wishbone and steering rack gator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit!!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail206,163 miles (+5,226)6 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,163 miles
    Test number
    126878023997
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Wet around N/S/F wishbone and steering rack gator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit!!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass200,937 miles (+7,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    200,937 miles
    Test number
    277104568710
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded 2x rear springs corrodet (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass193,686 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    193,686 miles
    Test number
    911865220314
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  10. Fail193,682 miles (+8,040)1 dangerous7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,682 miles
    Test number
    466150374318
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass185,642 miles (+14,659)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    185,642 miles
    Test number
    277260996512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass170,983 miles (+16,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    170,983 miles
    Test number
    882060435200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass154,049 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    154,049 miles
    Test number
    827435405114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail153,995 miles (+13,547)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,995 miles
    Test number
    179459695032
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass140,448 miles (+6,013)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    140,448 miles
    Test number
    725634484056
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses deteriorated
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges close to limit
    • NoteCorrosion to rear metal brake pipes
  16. Pass134,435 miles (+10,197)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    134,435 miles
    Test number
    766512473050
    • NoteCan not check outer door sills trims fitted
  17. Pass124,238 miles (+9,895)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,238 miles
    Test number
    755451692046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,343 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    114,343 miles
    Test number
    698503801138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,247 miles (+14,021)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,247 miles
    Test number
    209091101193
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass100,226 miles (+16,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,226 miles
    Test number
    730528280005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,195 miles (+15,119)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    84,195 miles
    Test number
    502476089076
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner sidewall severely damaged
  22. Pass69,076 miles (+22,626)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    69,076 miles
    Test number
    994603298066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated. Nearside Front warning lamp loom insecure.
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  23. Pass46,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,450 miles
    Test number
    143326017487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 CRX

Does LL53 CRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 CRX expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 CRX?
The MOT on LL53 CRX expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 CRX done?
LL53 CRX was recorded at 235,646 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 10,886 miles a year.
Has LL53 CRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 CRX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LL53 CRX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL53 CRX find?
LL53 CRX passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 10 more.

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